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The Health Collective

The largest organization in Connecticut devoted to the LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV/AIDS. We touch the lives of thousands of people every year.
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Since its inception, the hallmark of the Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective has been the provision of quality services by professional and highly skilled staff and volunteers in a safe and affirming environment, free of judgmental attitudes or prejudice. The Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health collective currently provides medical services, support groups, mental health services and health education tailored to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities but serves clients of all genders and gender identities, sexual orientations, ages and ethnicity. The Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective is especially proud of its services to people living with HIV/AIDS. The Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective is an advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and is proud to maintain a prominent presence at meetings, events and venues where issues of relevance to HGLHC's constituency are discussed, decided or celebrated.

12/10/2025

Join us and Q Plus tomorrow for our LGBTQIA+ Teen Support Group from 4–6pm at Health Collective East, 64 Church Street, Manchester. A safe, affirming space to connect, share, and find community. This group is for those ages 13-18.

12/09/2025

True Colors SOGIEcon is back March 2026! Register for one or both days of the conference here: https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/

As the largest LGBTQIA+ youth conference in the country, SOGIEcon brings together young people, allies, families, educators, and advocates for a weekend full of connection, learning, and celebration.

With nearly 200 workshops, performances, and activities tailored to a wide range of identities and communities, it’s a powerful space to grow, share, and support the next generation of LGBTQIA+ leaders.

12/08/2025

🥖 Our Food Pantry is open every Wednesday and Friday! 🥦🍞 Visit us at 64 Church Street in Manchester.

We have proudly been serving the LGBTQIA+ and broader Manchester community since 2011. Come by and get the support you need. Be Well, Be Yourself. 💖🌈

12/05/2025

Winter is coming, and our Manchester food pantry needs hats and gloves for the 120+ community members we serve each week! ❄️

Check out the wish list: https://www.healthcollective.org/amazon-wishlist

Can’t purchase items from our Amazon Wishlist? You can still help, make a donation at healthcollective.org and add “HCE” in the donation notes to allocate funds directly to the food pantry: https://healthcollectivect.square.site/

Every contribution keeps someone warm this season! Thank you for standing with us.

12/03/2025

We’re now accepting workshop proposals for SOGIEcon 2026! 🌈

If you have a topic you’re passionate about, a story to share, or skills that can empower LGBTQIA+ youth and allies, we want to hear from you.

SOGIEcon (formerly the True Colors Conference) returns March 19th & 20th, 2026, bringing together youth, educators, and community members for two days of learning, creativity, and connection.

Ready to present? Submit your workshop proposal through the link in our bio or visit: https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/speaker-registration-form

12/02/2025

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Town of Manchester - Government for donating turkeys this Thanksgiving. Their support helped the Health Collective East Food Pantry distribute 90 turkeys, 8 chickens, 28 pork roasts, and 17 turkey breasts, along with full holiday fixings, to Ryan White clients and community members. This is what community looks like!

A special thank you to our dedicated volunteers and staff who worked tirelessly to unload and distribute food to our neighbors. We’re grateful for your commitment.

11/29/2025

Join us December 1st in recognition of World AIDS Day, a global day of awareness, remembrance, and action in the fight against HIV.

🩸 WORLD AIDS DAY — Rapid HIV Testing Event
Date: December 1, 2025
Time: 3 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: CCSU
📍1615 Stanley Street, New Britain

Know your status in just 20 minutes.Testing is confidential, quick, and available to everyone, no appointment needed.

❤️
Why it matters:
* Early detection helps people live longer, healthier lives.
* Knowing your HIV status protects you and your partners.
* Together, we can reduce stigma and support those living with HIV.

Come by, get tested, and show your support for a future free of HIV
stigma.�

Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv
MRC Code: DPH10078

11/25/2025

Featured in our Winter 2025-2026 Edition of CT VOICE by Jane Latus:

Connecticut Voice occasionally checks in with the state’s nonprofits to see how they and those they serve are doing, especially during upheavals like the Covid epidemic.
“The q***r community is not new to this. But in New Haven and all over the state, this community is strong, and we are powerful. We will be okay."

Despite mounting pressure from federal attacks and local cutbacks, Connecticut’s LGBTQ+ organizations say they’re seeing kids, families, and finances pushed to the brink, but also an inspiring surge of community support, volunteers, and hope that keeps them going.

Thank you to The Health Collective New Haven Pride Center Greater Bridgeport Pride, Bpt, CT Triangle Community Center and Q Plus for your insight and all of your support for the LGBTQ+ community!!

For the full article, please go to https://ctvoice.com/2025/11/10/q***r-nonprofits-in-the-new-political-era/
or please visit www.ctvoice.com for our newest edition of CT Voice! 🏳️‍🌈

11/24/2025

Mark your calendars! 🌟 SOGIEcon (formerly the True Colors Conference) is happening March 19–20, 2026. We can’t wait to bring together LGBTQIA+ youth, educators, and allies for another unforgettable year.

Interested in presenting? Submit your workshop proposal, link in bio or head to: https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/speaker-registration-form

11/21/2025

Mark your calendars! 🌟 SOGIECON (formerly the True Colors Conference) is happening March 19–20, 2026. We can’t wait to bring together LGBTQIA+ youth, educators, and allies for another unforgettable year.

Interested in presenting? Submit your workshop proposal: https://sogiecon.vfairs.com/en/speaker-registration-form

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1841 Broad Street
Hartford, CT
06114

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/thehealthcollectivect

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Since its inception, the Hallmark of the Hartford Gay and Le***an Health Collective has been the provision of quality services by professional and highly skilled staff and volunteers in a Safe, and welcoming environment, free of judgmental attitudes or prejudice. The Hartford Gay and Le***an Health collective currently provides medical services, support groups, mental health services and health education tailored to the le***an, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities but serves clients of all genders and gender identities, sexual orientations, ages and ethnicity. The Hartford Gay and Le***an Health Collective is especially proud of its services to people living with HIV/AIDS. We touch the lives of thousands of people every year. The Hartford Gay and Le***an Health Collective is an advocate for le***an, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and is proud to maintain a prominent presence at meetings, events and venues where issues of relevance to HGLHC's constituency are discussed, decided or celebrated.